1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Prizm | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
