1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 18 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |