2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Subaru | ZAZ |
| Model | Impreza | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
