2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
