1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |