2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. 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 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
