1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
