1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 85 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Vitara | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1558 kg |
