1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Trans Am | Forester |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |