1996 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |