1989 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 557 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 460 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 460 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
