1996 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2625 mm |
