2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
