1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
