2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
