2004 Subaru Outback vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
