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Originally Posted by lhopp77
Partially correct. They had the same size tires and handled fine. Just not quite as good as the AWD. They were quicker because the gear ratio was a little lower, but of course there was a little more torque steer. I would actually think the weight difference was greater than #90. It was lighter tranny (no rear transfer), only rear axles stubs instead of full axle shafts, no rear differential and no rear subframe for rear differential mounting. The front axle shafts were heavier (read stronger) than on the AWD.
What you are proposing is a valid option if costs are a consideration and AWD traction is not needed.
Lee
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Partially correct.
The tires were smaller.
The Certificate of Origin stated a #90 lesser weight.
They cost about $1000 less, when new, and their resale value was around $1200 less after one year, at that time.
So no one bought them.
BTW, I sold new Subarus from 1983-2004.