2000 Subaru STX vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru STX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru STX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru STX (165 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru STX should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru STX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Subaru STX (224 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru STX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru STX | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | STX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
