1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Chevelle | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2615 mm |
