2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 348 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
