1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 394 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
