1989 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
