1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Forester |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2616 mm |
