1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 152 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Jetfire | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
