1984 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 737 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Vauxhall Astra | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |