1983 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 313 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Capri | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |