1979 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taunus | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
