1980 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 1980 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
