2009 Audi A5 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
