1994 Ford Windstar 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 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Windstar. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Windstar weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Windstar. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Windstar | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
