2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 853 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
