1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault Super 5 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Super 5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |