1997 Subaru Legacy vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Legacy | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
