1974 Volvo 343 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 442 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 343 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 343 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 943 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
