1993 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1471 mm |
