1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Matrix is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Toyota Matrix (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
