1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercury MC4 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | MC4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |