2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
