1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 741 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |