1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corolla | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
