1984 Holden Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Holden Astra. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Astra. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Holden Astra | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |