1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, both vehicles can yield 236 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Forester |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2615 mm |
