1984 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 252 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
