2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 126 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
