2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 718 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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2009 Subaru Impreza | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Impreza | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |