2008 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
