1993 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. 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 (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | MR2 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2645 mm |
