2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 554 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
