1999 Subaru Forester vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Forester | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
