1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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 1985 Alpine V6. 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 (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | V6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
