1993 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 467 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Supra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Supra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 598 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
