1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |