1987 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
