1970 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 247 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |