2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda B4000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B4000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
