1996 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. 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 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Coupe | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |