2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 543 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
