1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Volvo 960.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 960 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
