1993 Volkswagen Corrado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Corrado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2860 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
