1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |