1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 24 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. 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 2011 Chevrolet Spark. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Spark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
