1983 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |