1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
