1993 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 19 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, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Outback |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1536 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
