1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. 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 80. 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 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 80 1989 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model 80 Legacy
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2211 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 74 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2590 mm


 

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