2004 Subaru Outback vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
