1984 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 543 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
