1993 Subaru SVX vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 840 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
