1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 1993 Mitsubishi Verada 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 371 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 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mitsubishi Verada 1993 Subaru Impreza
Make Mitsubishi Subaru
Model Verada Impreza
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 161 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1144 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2530 mm


 

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