1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. Both 1989 Alpine V6 and 2007 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | V6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
