1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 40 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Subaru Legacy | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Lupo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |