2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |