1995 Volvo 960 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 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. 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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 960 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 960 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
