2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
