1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet APV and 1993 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 446 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 1993 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | APV | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
