1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Sera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
