2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Odyssey | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |