2006 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1820 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
