1972 Subaru R-2 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Subaru R-2 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | R-2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2410 mm |