1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Aerostar 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Aerostar Legacy
Year Released 1994 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2978 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 133 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2751 mm