2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
