2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 201 kg more than 1985 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Forester | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1255 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 |
