1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 636 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Mazda AZ-1 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Mazda Subaru
Model AZ-1 Impreza
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 657 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 224 HP
Torque 85 Nm 306 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 834 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2619 mm