2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 11 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 27 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Step Wagon | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |