1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
