1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 162 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | El Camino | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |