1989 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |