1994 Chrysler ES vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler ES | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | ES | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
