1993 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
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1993 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 395 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |