2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
