1987 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 626 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
