1984 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 244 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
