1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. 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 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |