1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 294 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Celica | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
