2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 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 1987 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
