2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
