1994 Proton Saloon vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Saloon | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Saloon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
