2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 506 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
