2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 113 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
