1979 Subaru DL vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
