1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2625 mm |
