1984 Subaru Coupe vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 548 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru Coupe | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
