1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.

Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Subaru Impreza 1997 Volkswagen Golf
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Impreza Golf
Year Released 1995 1997
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2470 mm


 

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