1995 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 293 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |