2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 474 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Legacy | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Tempo |
Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2540 mm |