1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corona | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corona | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |