1981 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
