1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
