1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 23 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 893 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | T5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
