1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 621 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
