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Subaru Legacy I Station Wagon (BJF, facelift 1991) 1800 (103 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
Subaru Legacy:
The Subaru Legacy is a mid-size car built by Japanese automobile manufacturer Subaru from 1989 to 2025. The maker's flagship car, it is unique in its class for offering all-wheel drive as a standard feature, and Subaru's traditional boxer engine.
In 1996, a variant of the Legacy with heightened suspension called the Legacy Outback was introduced to compete in the burgeoning sport-utility vehicle class, and proved to be a sales success for Subaru. The Outback line was split into its own model in 2008, known as the Subaru Outback....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Station Wagon (BJF, facelift 1991) Overview:
Subaru Legacy (I Station Wagon (BJF, facelift 1991)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1800 (103 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A practical choice for those prioritizing economy over outright speed. Provides sufficient power for daily tasks, but can feel strained on inclines or at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Likely offers better fuel economy than the larger engines, making it a cost-effective option for regular commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive for superior traction
- • Spacious and practical station wagon body style
- • Reliable and durable boxer engines
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Good ground clearance for light off-road capability
Cons:
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • Fuel economy is not a strong point for larger engines
- • Interior design is dated by modern standards
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to newer vehicles
- • Some parts may be harder to source for older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (BC): 1989 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Legacy |
| Generation: | I Station Wagon (BJF, facelift 1991) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1800 (103 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 103 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.6 Hp/l [110mm more] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EJ18 More details about the engine EJ18 |
| Engine displacement: | 1820 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1550 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4620 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1480 mm mm [95mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2580 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 175 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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