2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 950 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 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
