2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Crown. 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 (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
