1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
