1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
