1983 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2624 mm |
