2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 266 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
