1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 798 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Festiva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
