1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 149 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Scorpio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
