1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 40 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 189 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Polo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
