2004 Subaru Forester vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
