1989 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 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 2008 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, 2008 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
