1975 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Torino | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
