2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2470 mm |
