1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Vantage | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |