1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 7 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |