1996 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |