1990 Infiniti G20 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti G20. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti G20. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti G20 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | G20 | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |