2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Camry |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |