1984 Audi 4000 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (292 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 4000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
