2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 121 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 876 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
