1980 Subaru DL vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru DL | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
