1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
