1982 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Santana | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Santana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2625 mm |
