2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |