2009 Renault Clio vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
