2007 Lexus GX vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
