1982 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 556 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model 80 Legacy
Year Released 1982 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 59 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1486 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L