2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1991 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Starlet 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 (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 903 kg more than 1991 Toyota Starlet. 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 1991 Toyota Starlet. 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 (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1991 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
