1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Commodore | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2645 mm |
