1994 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 357 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
