1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |