1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3120 mm |
