1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Avanti | Subaru |
| Model | Avanti | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
