1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 404 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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 1998 Lotus Elise. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |