2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 645 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Impreza | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
