1979 Subaru DL vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
