1983 Chrysler Executive vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Executive. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Executive would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chrysler Executive is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Chrysler Executive. 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 1983 Chrysler Executive. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Executive. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Executive.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Executive | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Executive | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2616 mm |
