1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Colt | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Colt | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |