2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Subaru Legacy 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 1988
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 3429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 97 HP
Torque 225 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 105 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm


 

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