1980 Audi Sport vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model Sport Legacy
Year Released 1980 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 300 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm


 

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