1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
