1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Roadmaster | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |