1982 Subaru DL vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru DL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru DL. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru DL | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3270 mm |
