2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
