1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 212 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.

Because 2005 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, 2005 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Capri 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Capri Legacy
Year Released 1970 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
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 124 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.7 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.4 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1103 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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