1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
