2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
