1975 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 541 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
