1998 Subaru SVX vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 94 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
