1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Subaru DL (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | DL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
