1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 369 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Eos |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2578 mm |
