1986 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 683 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Jetta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |