1979 Subaru DL vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 780 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 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru DL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
