1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 21 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2645 mm |
