1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2630 mm |