2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback Sport | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
