1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |