1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |