1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |