1991 Audi S2 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 138 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
