2001 Panoz AIV vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Panoz | Subaru |
| Model | AIV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
