1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
