2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 262 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Esprit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
