1976 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 167 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
