2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |