1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |