1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 537 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
