2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Renault Avantime 1991 Subaru Legacy
Make Renault Subaru
Model Avantime Legacy
Year Released 2001 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 207 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2590 mm


 

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