1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Carisma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
