2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |