2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 559 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
