1976 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri 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 116 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 514 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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 1976 Ford Capri. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Forester |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2616 mm |