1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 327 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | V6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |