1985 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
