2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Premacy | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Premacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |