1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
