1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Vanette | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Vanette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2624 mm |
