1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Parati | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Parati | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2624 mm |
