1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Meteor | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2624 mm |
