2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 316 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1979 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
