2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 323 kg more than 1987 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 1987 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
