1977 Renault 14 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 14 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 14 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
