1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 594 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
