1977 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |