1995 Acura Legend vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Acura Subaru
Model Legend Legacy
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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