1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 405 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
