1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
