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Originally Posted by Siriusly.Andrew
Smog limitations were nearly non existent back in those days, so it was much easier to squeeze power out of an engine. (research mode enabled)
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I totally disagree. Take a look at the current Honda S2000, or more specifically the last generation powered by a 2.0L F20C had 247 HP in Japan, (237 in the states) which meets current emissions standards, it has, by far, the most potent HP/L ratio out there in a sub 40k car.
Sure, emissions weren't nearly as strict back then, but R&D wasn't nearly as effective/efficient as it is today. I don't think bringing up past emissions is a good argument at all. Fact of the matter is, we have NA motors today that produce more HP/L than 20 years ago, despite stricter emissions.
Now... Going back to what ichitaka05 brought up, I have to correct myself. I've only been looking at HP numbers. When I pulled up the specs on the current 2.0L boxer I found that it has TONS of torque (for the size), ~145lb/ft, I think. So, if we just look at peak torque numbers, the Subaru actually has the best ratio out there. Much better than what I can find out of any Toyota or Honda engine 1.6-2.0 liters in size.
That being said, I think ichitaka05 is right. It looks like AWD platforms, at least current ones, tend to be torque biased instead of having an hp bias.