1998 Subaru Legacy vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1983 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Legacy | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
