1973 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 253 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
