1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |