1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 774 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Elan | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elan | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 700 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |