1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Suzuki Vitara | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Vitara | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2624 mm |
