1975 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Scirocco | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2006 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2615 mm |
