2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica 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 104 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
