1985 Renault 5 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 604 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
