1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1982 Avanti Avanti 2002 Subaru Legacy
Make Avanti Subaru
Model Avanti Legacy
Year Released 1982 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 153 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2640 mm