1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Legacy | V50 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |