1973 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 112 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |