2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 16 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |