1982 Subaru DL vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 515 kg more than 1982 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 Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru DL | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
