1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
