2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 528 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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 1993 Proton Persona. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Subaru | Proton |
| Model | Legacy | Persona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
