1978 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |