1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. 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 1977 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Sedan | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2616 mm |