1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Trofeo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2625 mm |
