1995 Honda Today vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Today | Impreza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |