1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Eighty-Eight Impreza
Year Released 1996 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1988 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2645 mm


 

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