1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 100 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model 100 Legacy
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 113 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L