1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2779 mm |
