1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 117 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Argento Viva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
