1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Chevelle | Impreza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |