1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 47 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |