1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |