1983 Renault 14 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 642 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. 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 1983 Renault 14. 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 14 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 14 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
