1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. 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 1985 Ford Escort. 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 (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |
