1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 484 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Sunbird | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |