1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
