2003 Lexus GX vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 699 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.
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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
