1984 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 (319 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |