1985 Volvo 780 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 133 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 780 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 780 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
