1996 Chrysler Neon vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 449 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Neon | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
