2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 880 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
