1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | V6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |