1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2624 mm |
