1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 986 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
