1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 626 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
