1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Jimmy | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |