1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 777 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Astro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
