1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 El Camino (271 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | El Camino | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
