1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
