1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 1978 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
