1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 61 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |