1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry 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 65 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. 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 1985 Toyota Camry. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |