1998 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
