1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Subaru Legacy 2006 Toyota Hilux
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Hilux
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1820 cc 2692 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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