1992 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
