1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Venturi | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2624 mm |
