1984 Subaru DL vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 390 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 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru DL | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | DL | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
