1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 258 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
