1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Firebird | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |