1994 Ford Tracer 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 Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 612 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. 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 Tracer. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Tracer 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Tracer Legacy
Year Released 1994 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 67 HP 265 HP
Torque 102 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1577 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1506 mm


 

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