2007 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
