1980 Reliant GTC 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 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant GTC. 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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant GTC | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Reliant | Subaru |
Model | GTC | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |