1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 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 2011 Audi A5. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Legacy | A5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
