2002 Subaru Forester vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 551 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Forester | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |