2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
