2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Soarer. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Soarer. 1982 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
