1989 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
