1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 327 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1992 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Toronado | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |