2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 453 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (311 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
