2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1968 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |