2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1992 Honda Integra

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 462 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 1992 Honda Integra
Make Subaru Honda
Model Legacy Integra
Year Released 2005 1992
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1014 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2560 mm


 

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