2007 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 18 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
