1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |