1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2615 mm |