2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 469 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
