1991 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lexus LS. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS. 1991 Lexus LS 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. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2624 mm |
