1996 Honda CRX vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 327 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CRX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |