1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 458 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-01 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
