1985 Renault Super 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 Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 815 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Super 5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
