1977 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |