2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1986 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1986 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1986 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
