1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
