2004 Acura TL vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 258 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
