1976 Ford LTD vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | LTD | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
