1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Impreza | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Starlet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |