1978 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |