2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Premacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |