1981 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 679 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |