1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 73 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |