1980 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
