1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taunus | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |