1979 Subaru DL vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1781 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru DL | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | DL | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |