1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 780. 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 (290 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | 780 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
