1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Corvette Impreza
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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