2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 537 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
