1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. 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 1994 Holden Statesman. 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2645 mm |
