1984 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
