1984 Subaru DL vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Subaru DL | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | DL | Corona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |