2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Relay | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
