1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
