1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 542 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
