1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1198 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
