2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
