1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 239 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Impreza | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
