2003 Subaru Forester vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | 780 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
