2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |