1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 8 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 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 2004 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Impreza | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Impreza | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
