2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1135 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
