1979 Subaru DL vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 390 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2009 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
