1994 Volvo 480 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 486 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 480 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 480 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
