1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 257 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
