1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Seven | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
