2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 935 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
