1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1984 Avanti Avanti 2003 Subaru Impreza
Make Avanti Subaru
Model Avanti Impreza
Year Released 1984 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 187 HP 246 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L