1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |