1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 435 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
