2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
