1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 598 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Camry | Outback |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |