1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Legacy | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
