1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 604 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
