1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
