1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elise | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
