1991 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 352 kg more than 1991 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 25 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
