1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 709 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2616 mm |
