1994 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi V8 1997 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model V8 Legacy
Year Released 1994 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm


 

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