1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 644 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Porsche 914 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 914 | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |