2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
