1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
