2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Legacy | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
