1994 Honda Today vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 845 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Today 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model Today Legacy
Year Released 1994 2003
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1740 mm