1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Granada 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Granada Legacy
Year Released 1977 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2790 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 160 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L