1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 69 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Outback |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
