2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1979 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Century weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Century. 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1979 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1979 Toyota Century | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |