1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 2010 Mazda 2. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
