1982 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
