1989 Volvo 760 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 760 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 760 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
