1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Acura TSX (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Impreza | TSX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2708 mm |
