1978 Peugeot 305 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 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 Peugeot 305. 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 (339 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 305 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
