1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 558 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
