2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1971 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2400 mm |
