2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 333 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
