1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MPV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
