1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
