1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
