1995 Acura Legend vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
