1996 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |