1992 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2645 mm |
