2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |