1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model Sport Legacy
Year Released 1980 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 300 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L