1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
