1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
