1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
