1994 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 77 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-3 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MX-3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
