1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |