1998 Saturn SC vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Saturn SC | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Saturn | Subaru |
Model | SC | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |