1988 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
