1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
