1983 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 583 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
