1986 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
