1984 Subaru Coupe vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 725 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Coupe | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
