1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 221 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | El Camino | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2590 mm |