1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 354 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 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 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| 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 | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
