2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
