1991 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Impreza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |