1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 650 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
