1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Tempo | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Tempo | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |