2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1991 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 304 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 1991 Toyota Camry
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Camry
Year Released 2000 1991
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 89 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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