1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 303 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Newport | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
