1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 411 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
