1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
