1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
