2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 623 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
