1996 Honda Today 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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2009 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 2009 Subaru Impreza
Make Honda Subaru
Model Today Impreza
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1750 mm


 

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