1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 (170 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 649 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
