1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fairlane | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2624 mm |