1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno

To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 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 47 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Suzuki Baleno has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Suzuki Baleno will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 1999 Suzuki Baleno
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Baleno
Year Released 1994 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1840 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm


 

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