2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 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 (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 (339 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
