1984 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1984 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
