1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 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 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 233 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 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 Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Subaru Impreza | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |