1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 269 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |