2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback Sport | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
