2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
