2009 Subaru Outback vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
