1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda RX-4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
