1985 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |