1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 276 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Chairman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
