1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 178 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Legacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |