1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
