1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (291 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Impreza
Year Released 1994 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2212 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 0 HP
Torque 190 Nm 291 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.9 mm 91.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 74.9 mm
Top Speed 180 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2530 mm


 

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