2009 Subaru Outback vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
