1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | RS 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2645 mm |
