2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist

To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 658 kg more than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Legacy (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Subaru Legacy 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
Make Subaru Wartburg
Model Legacy 1.3 l Tourist
Year Released 2008 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2460 mm


 

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