2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Impreza | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Subaru | Holden |
Model | Impreza | Commodore |
Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2680 mm |