1985 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
