1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Viper | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |