1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru XT (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru XT weights approximately 16 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.
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, 1987 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | XT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
