1975 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
