2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
