2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 437 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan GT-R | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | GT-R | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |