1984 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 652 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Orion | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |