1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 251 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Coronet | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
