2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Blackhawk | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 128 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |