1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 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), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |