1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
