1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | R2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
