1973 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 136 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 2013 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, 2013 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, both vehicles can yield 236 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
