1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
