1996 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |