1985 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |