1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 676 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
