2005 Ford Lynx vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Lynx is newer by 12 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Lynx. 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 (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Lynx | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Lynx | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
