1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Charger | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Charger | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |