1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 47 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |