1993 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2639 mm |
