1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-01 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
