1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
