1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corolla | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
