1989 Peugeot Oxia 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 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
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 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot Oxia | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | Oxia | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 726 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1674 mm |
