1994 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercury Capri | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |