1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura EL. 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 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | EL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
