1985 Peugeot 604 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 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 Peugeot 604. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 604 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2615 mm |
