1993 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lexus GS | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | GS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |