1979 Subaru DL vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 475 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 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | DL | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
