1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 10 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 285 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 1999 Lincoln LS. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
