1994 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra 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 22 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 437 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra. 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 1994 Opel Astra. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
