1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | GTO | Legacy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |