1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 440 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
