1973 Nissan President vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | President | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |