1986 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 324 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
