1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
