1994 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 387 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |