1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Crown Victoria | Impreza |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |