1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |