1975 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |