1988 Volvo 440 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 538 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 440 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 440 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
