1993 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1999 Subaru Forester

To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 1999 Subaru Forester
Make Lotec Subaru
Model Testa de Oro Forester
Year Released 1993 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1994 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 742 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1385 kg


 

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