2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 1989 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Impreza | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Impreza | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2410 mm |
