2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
