1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 188 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
