1996 Ford Versailles vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Versailles | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Versailles | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2624 mm |
