1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |