1998 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 815 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | VehiCross | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |