1966 Renault 8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 741 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
