2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | R2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
