1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 880 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi Coupe | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |