1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Alpine | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
