1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |