1979 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2645 mm |
