1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 272 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.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
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1993 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Impreza | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |