1989 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
