1987 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser 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 199 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Laser | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Laser | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |