1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
