1980 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 773 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |