1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 171 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |