1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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. Both 1994 Subaru Legacy and 2009 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Legacy
Year Released 1994 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1430 mm


 

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