1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 940. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 940 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
