2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Parati |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
