1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dart | Legacy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |