1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| 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 | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
