1999 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Impala and 1999 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 1999 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
