1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
