1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback.
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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
