1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 134 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
