1999 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic 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), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 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 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |