1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
