1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 230 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2530 mm |
