1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800

To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 669 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Subaru Legacy 1965 Toyota Sport 800
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Sport 800
Year Released 1991 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 48 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 581 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3590 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2010 mm


 

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