1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 448 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |