1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
