2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru DL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | DL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
