1985 Toyota Model F vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 253 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Model F | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
