1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 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.
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 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
