1981 Subaru Coupe vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1982 Subaru Coupe (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Coupe | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
