1984 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |