1984 Subaru Coupe vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Coupe | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
