1979 Renault 12 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 264 kg more than 1979 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 12 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 12 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
