2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 642 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
