1995 Ford Royale vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Royale | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
