1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 604 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
