1983 Subaru Coupe vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Subaru Coupe | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
