1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 31 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 201 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
