1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Subaru | Saturn |
| Model | Legacy | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
