1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |