1982 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
