1977 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 296 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Matador | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
