1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 299 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
