1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 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) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 230 | Forester |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |