1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |