1984 Subaru Coupe 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 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
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1984 Subaru Coupe | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |