1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |