2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 217 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Legacy | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
