1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1981 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1981 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |