2004 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
