1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 823 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Festiva 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Festiva Legacy
Year Released 1987 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 62 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2680 mm


 

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