1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1999 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Coupe | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
