2009 Acura RL vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 19 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RL | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |