1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1994 Holden Statesman 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Holden Subaru
Model Statesman Impreza
Year Released 1994 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4987 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 223 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2624 mm