1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 177 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Impreza | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
