1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 83 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |