2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 321 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |