2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
