2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Supra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
