1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Defender | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2624 mm |
