2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 422 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | BT-50 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
