1980 Subaru DL vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru DL | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
