1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
