1979 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |