2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | SP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
