1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 502 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Passat | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
