1994 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Maxima. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Maxima | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
