2000 Subaru Forester vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 56 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Forester | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Model F |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
