2007 Honda Element vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 640 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.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |