1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 14 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Impreza | 2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2489 mm |