1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 268 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
