1972 Ford Custom vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Custom | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
