2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 633 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
