2003 Subaru Outback vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2003 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1992 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Outback | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |