1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1669 mm |
