2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 565 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, 2004 Audi A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
